Research Support Technician – Advanced Electronic Materials and Devices

ICN2; Cerdanyola del Vallés; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ICN2 is seeking a researcher for the TRIBOMED project focused on developing self-powered medical implants using nanogenerators. In this role, you will design and fabricate systems for characterizing energy generation, contributing to advancements in neural interfacing technologies.

Servicios

Support for relocation

Life insurance

Formación

• Experience in electronic systems/circuits development and programming.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Responsabilidades

• Design and assess an automated system for TENGs characterization.
• Model power generation response under different mechanical stimuli.

Conocimientos

Teamwork skills

English fluency (spoken and written)

Hands-on approach

Educación

Degree in Electronic Engineering

Degree in Physics

Descripción del empleo

Advanced Electronic Materials and Devices Group focuses on the development of technological applications based on graphene and other 2D materials (MoS2). The activities encompass various scientific aspects, from fundamental physics of devices and semiconductors to materials growth (graphene and 2D materials by CVD and MOCVD), surface functionalisation, advanced characterisation, fabrication technology, nanofabrication, and applications, with a strong emphasis on bioelectronics for neural interfacing.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

The candidate's research activity will be part of the TRIBOMED project, which aims to develop self-powered medical implants by combining triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) and graphene-based electrodes to stimulate the peripheral nervous system. The candidate will be involved in designing, fabricating, and assessing an automated system for TENGs characterization (tribometer). Tasks include:

1. Designing automated load selection synchronized with mechanical stimuli.
2. Designing current and voltage sensing for power generation characterization.
3. Modeling the time response of power generation under different mechanical stimuli.

This multidisciplinary project covers topics such as materials science for energy harvesting and thin film technologies for neural interfaces.

The research will be framed within the ERC-CoG TRIBOMED project, funded under the 2021 call supporting Severo Ochoa Centers of Excellence and María de Maeztu Units of Excellence.

Requirements:

• Education: Degree in Electronic Engineering, Physics, or equivalent.
• Knowledge and Professional Experience: Experience in electronic systems/circuits development and programming.
• Personal Competences: Teamwork skills, fluent in English (spoken and written), hands-on approach.

Conditions:

• Full-time work (37.5h/week)
• Temporary contract for 6 months
• Location: Bellaterra (Barcelona)
• Salary depends on qualifications and experience.
• Support for relocation, life insurance.
• Estimated start: as soon as possible.

Application Process:

Apply via the ICN2 website with:

1. A cover letter
2. A full CV with contact details
3. Two reference letters or contacts

Applications are reviewed continuously.

Equal Opportunities:

ICN2 is committed to diversity and inclusion, following procedures for employing people with disabilities as per Royal Decree 1/2015.